functionally
For all purposes
Functionally means in terms of how something works or operates, rather than in theory or appearance.
A device that is functionally identical to another performs the same way even if it looks different.
The old building is functionally obsolete means it no longer serves its purpose well.
Something functionally complete has all the working parts it needs.
The word often signals a practical rather than literal truth: He's functionally illiterate means he can technically read but not well enough to manage daily tasks.
In a successful way
- competentlyWith adequate skill
- adequatelyTo a satisfactory extent
- capablyWith sufficient skill
- reliablyIn dependable manner
dependably · robustly · soundly · solidly · sufficiently · optimally · proficiently · resiliently
Almost but not quite
- usablyIn serviceable fashion
- feasiblyIn a doable manner
- workablyIn a functional way
- viablyIn workable fashion
realistically · sensibly · manageably · conveniently · accessibly · straightforwardly · pragmatically · simply
With optimal resource use
- streamlinedMade smooth and efficient
- optimizedMade maximally efficient
- productivelyWith useful output
- systematicallyIn organized, planned fashion
cohesively · methodically · harmoniously · synchronously · seamlessly · smoothly · fluidly · ergonomically
Regarding how something works
- mechanicallyDone by machine action
- procedurallyBy fixed method
- technicallyIn exact terms
- systematicallyIn organized, planned fashion
structurally · programmatically · algorithmically · diagnostically · instrumentally · schematically · sequentially · methodically
To the smallest extent
- plainlyIn obvious fashion
- basicallyAt the most essential level
- starklyIn plain contrast
- austerelyWithout embellishment or excess
unpretentiously · unadorned · bare-bones · no-frills · streamlined · workmanlike · simply · modestly
With conscious intention
- intentionallyBy conscious choice
- deliberatelyDone with intention
- designedlyDone on purpose
- meaningfullyWith significance or intent
directionally · goal-oriented · mission-driven · strategically · objectively · rationally
effectively
In a successful way
- competentlyWith adequate skill
- adequatelyTo a satisfactory extent
- capablyWith sufficient skill
reliably · dependably · robustly · soundly · solidly · sufficiently · optimally · proficiently · resiliently · durably
practically
Almost but not quite
viably · realistically · sensibly · manageably · conveniently · accessibly · straightforwardly · pragmatically · simply · handily
efficiently
With optimal resource use
- streamlinedMade smooth and efficient
- optimizedMade maximally efficient
- productivelyWith useful output
systematically · cohesively · methodically · harmoniously · synchronously · seamlessly · smoothly · fluidly · ergonomically · automated
operationally
Regarding how something works
- mechanicallyDone by machine action
- procedurallyBy fixed method
- technicallyIn exact terms
systematically · structurally · programmatically · algorithmically · diagnostically · instrumentally · schematically · sequentially · methodically · administratively
minimally
To the smallest extent
austerely · unpretentiously · unadorned · bare-bones · no-frills · streamlined · workmanlike · simply · modestly · cleanly
purposefully
With conscious intention
- intentionallyBy conscious choice
- deliberatelyDone with intention
- designedlyDone on purpose
meaningfully · directionally · goal-oriented · mission-driven · strategically · objectively · rationally
functionallydysfunctionally
In impaired manner
brokenly · defectively · faultily · improperly · uselessly
functionallytheoretically
In principle, not actuality
conceptually · abstractly · in theory · nominally · hypothetically
functionallyformally
In an official manner
structurally · aesthetically · decoratively · ornamentally · superficially
- fully functional
- functional alcoholicDependent drinker who maintains responsibilities
- functional literacyAbility to use text practically
- functional recoveryRegaining lost physical abilities
- functional skillsPractical everyday competencies
- functional trainingExercise for real-world strength
functional, functionality, dysfunctional, nonfunctional, functionalism, functionalist